The
striker was substituted in the early stages of the second half in City's 3-2
derby defeat to Manchester United on Sunday, sparking criticism from his
manager.
Mancini accused Balotelli of wasting his talent and
stressed that these performances could not continue, leading to reports that
the former Inter Milan man's time in Manchester was up.
But the Etihad boss has moved to calm speculation
by highlighting the player's quality and confirming the Italy international
will not be transferred.
"Balotelli is not for sale," Mancini told
Sky Sport Italia.
"Mario is a City player, he is loved by the
fans and the management. He has been an important player for us.
"A player of his quality should think
exclusively to his work and his family, he has talent and he cannot blow it as
he is doing.
"Our paths may separate if I change team, but
he will remain at City."
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